Asia

A small, attractive palm of Taiwan with decorative foliage and red-orange flowers which spread a sweet fragrance. Maintain a minimum of -5 degrees Celsius.

The Elephant apple is a fruit up to 9cm in size with sticky brown fruit pulp.

The Elephant-eared Fig derives its name from its large, ear-shaped leaves of up to 45 cm in length.

Overwhelmingly beautiful flower that looks like the famous giant arum in botanical gardens, but can easily be grown.

The entawak is a rare tree with large edible fruits from the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

This is a rare, climbing species from the aroid family that occurs in the lowland rainforests of New Guinea.

The fan-shaped leaves of this palm species form almost a complete circle.

A rare fan palm species that is sought after for the unusual colour pattern of its leaves.

This is a very rare Licuala species that has only recently been discovered in the rain forests of Borneo.

This graceful palm species comes from the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is particularly notable for its decorative foliage. The triangular and frayed shape is reminiscent of a fish tail.

The red berries of this plant taste sweet, sour, salty, pungent (spicy) and bitter all at once. They are known as 1 of 50 fundamental herbs of traditional Chinese medicine.

Blooms with plumes full of bright, orange-red flowers that are pollinated by birds. Keep the plant at a minimum of 3 degrees Celsius.

This fan palm is cultivated worldwide for its wide use as an ornamental plant.

Frankincense is the resin of the rare frankincense tree that grows in the Arabian Peninsula. This species is threatened in its existence.

This species produces leaves that are truly gigantic: in tropical enviroments they can grow up to a size of 180 cm!

The Giant Highland Banana is the largest banana species and thereby also the largest herbaceous plant in the world.

The Giant Swamp Taro grows along streams, rivers and in patches of forest that regularly flood.

The ginkgo is a living fossil that should have been formed over 250 million years ago. It is the oldest species of seed plants in the world.

The flowers of the godapara can reach 8 cm in size and have 5 beautifully shaped, white petals.

A hardy plant form china with orange/red berries, which contain many antioxidants and vitamins. The berries can be processed in juices, or can be dried and used as raisins.

Many golden spots appear on the glossy, dark green leaves, as if the leaf has paint splatters.

The yellow/golden flowers spread a delicious smell throughout the whole garden. The flowers are often used in the production of expensive perfumes.

This rare Licuala species originates from the swamp forests of Southeast Asia.

The inflorescence of this species is overwhelming, with a big yellow flower that can bloom for a whole year and spreads a delicious smell.

The golden-rain tree is a striking sight with its yellow flowers and lantern-shaped fruits.

The young leaves of this special species have a red color and only later change to green.

The fruits of this tropical species are a well-known ingredient in Asia for many different curry recipes.

The gowok fruit tree is a special tree from Southeast Asia that is known for the small edible berries that grow in clusters on the tree.

The green tampang is a rare tropical tree with striking fruit.

This mangrove species is found along the coasts of the Indian Ocean in Africa, Asia and Australia.

Griffith's mango is a special, rare mango variety with striking red to purple fruits.

The gum benjamin tree is a tree from Southeast Asia known for its fragrant flowers and resin, which are often used in perfumes and scented candles.

A rare Lanonia species that only occurs on the island of Hainan in the South China Sea.

The handkerchief tree is an extraordinary leguminous species from New Guinea.

The trunk, bark and leaves contain a substance which plays an important role in Chinese medicine. In China and Tibet, people are convinced that this plant makes them happy.

This small herbaceous plant is native to Sri Lanka and is known for its many medicinal properties.

This variety produces sweet edible banana fruits and can withstand low temperatures when kept at a sheltered place and packed with isolating materials.  

The red pigment henna has been used for thousands of years for colouring nails, hands and hair. With this plant, you could make your own henna paste!

Henry's aroid has a striking dark red inflorescence low above the ground, followed by bright blue berries.

This very rare arum species grows in the tropical rain forests of Borneo and has one of the biggest inflorescences of the Amorphophallus genus.

The Himalayan cobra lily is a striking arum native to the Himalayas, China and South-East Asia.

The trusses of white flowers with purple bracts hang down like earrings. The berries taste like chocolate/caramel-raisins.

A rare, winterhardy species from China with beautiful pink flowers that are naturally pollinated by birds.

The Horse Mango is a rare species of mango that is native to tropical lowland forests of Southeast Asia, especially Borneo and Sumatra.

This is a rare banana species originating from the inland tropical rainforests of Borneo, where it grows in lowland areas along riverbanks.

The large seeds of this tropical tree are edible and taste like almonds.

The species starts as an epiphyte and produces aerial roots that form into woody stems and thus can take the place of its previous host. Also performs well as a houseplant.

This tropical vine is best known as a host plant for the parasitic Rafflesia species.

The Indian frankincense tree, like other Boswellia species, is known for producing natural incense.

Beautiful water lily with large leaves and pinky white flowers. The plant can be kept outside, as long as the water around the roots doesn’t freeze.

The Indian mast tree is a striking elongated tree with decorative wavy leaves.

Sandalwood is a wonderfully fragrant type of wood that comes from this small tropical tree from India.

A large bamboo from the tropical forests of India, with sharp thorns and stems that fade from black to green. Suitable as a houseplant. 

The tindola can be eaten fresh as a cucumber or added as a vegetable to a variety of dishes.

The Jackfruit is the largest fruit in the world, and can weigh up to 50 kg. The tree originates in India and the fruits grow directly on the stem.

The blue-green, turquoise colour of the flowers looks extraordinary.

The oval fruits ripen from pink to dark purple to black, and have juicy, sweet flesh.

Hardy plant from Japan. Fruits and seeds can be used as spice and pepper. For example with Japanse dishes. 

This medicinal plant has a unique inflorescence with fairly large, green, overlapping bracts.

Javanese cardamom, or kapulaga, is a tropical plant from the ginger family native to Indonesia.

World’s largest winged seeds which can spread themselves over a long distance by floating. 

In Asia, the seeds are applied as grain and are sometimes used for tea or processed into liquor. It’s an annual plant with grey, pearl-like seeds. 

This might be one of the most spectacular and beautiful palm trees in the world. In the rainforest the enormous fan-shaped leaves grow from the ground up to heights of even 6 meters.

The Johore tree is a rare tree from the lychee family and originates from Borneo and the Philippines.

The jungle geranium is a small shrub from India and Sri Lanka that can also bloom easily in a pot.

The eye-catching leaves of this Citrus species are very aromatic and have a fresh-sweet smell and taste.

The orange-red persimmons ripen in autumn and originate from the Himalayas. The species is hardy and has been cultivated for centuries.

A rare sleep tree/silk tree with white flowers which is hardy in a sheltered, sunny spot. At night, the leaves of this species fold over and close.

The Kasturi mango is a delicious, sweet fruit with juicy flesh.

The up to 50 cm large leaves of this species have many uses.

A rare species from north-western Thailand with rather short, broad leaves and a coloured midrib. Overwintering is possible at a temperature of at least 5 degrees Celsius.

Amorphophallus konjac is one of the best-known species within the genus and an ideal choice for beginners looking to start a collection!

The fairly small fruits, about half the size of a regular mango, have a slightly sour and citrus-like taste.

An annual plant with very aromatic leaves that taste like a combination of mint and apple. The leaves can be used as a vegetable in a variety of Korean dishes.

The kukui or candlenut is used in the Malaysian and Indonesian cuisine. The nuts are very oily, so they can burn like a candle.

The flowers of the kumbhi tree look unusual because of the protruding stamens.

The Kun-job is an unusual tropical tree from Papua New Guinea with shiny long, narrow leaves.

The seeds of this tree contain a lot of oil and this is known as kusum oil.

The Kyushu voodoo lily naturally occurs in parts of China, Japan and Taiwan and produces striking pink to blue fruits.

The Lamba is an exceptional houseplant with fascinating characteristics. it grows as a small herbaceous species on the forest floor and produces edible, flavour altering fruits.

This rare Ptychosperma palm comes from the tropical coastal areas of Papua New Guinea where it grows as distinctive clusters.

The up to 25 cm large leaves of this species have an unusual colour pattern.

The leaves of this rare species look spectacular with a striking pink-white central stripe.

Cotton has been cultivated for thousands of years for the seed fluff which is used for making textile. It’s an easily kept annual plant.

This tropical tree produces enormous, winged seeds measuring up to 20 cm in size, which fall from the tree like helicopters.

This species is seen by many as the most beautiful palm species in the world. This is not only because of its unusual bright red trunk and leaf stem, but the leaves are also very decorative.

Liquorice is harvested as roots from this small, hardy shrub from western Asia. After three years, the first roots can be harvested.

The dried fruits of this pepper species are used in many Southeast Asian cuisines.

The lowland breadfruit fig is very rare and is native only to the island of New Guinea. It has striking fruits that resemble flowers.

The Makassar ebony is a tropical hardwood tree native to Indonesia that grows naturally on Sulawesi.

A beautiful palm from the Philippines with a special trunk and naturally bright red fruits around the end of December. Hence also called Christmas palm. Well suited as a houseplant.

The marking nut was formerly used in India to mark clothing for washing.

Its flowering is very striking and consist of dozens of brownish-purple to pink flowers.

This undescribed species comes from the Meratus Mountains in southeastern Borneo.

A self-pollinating, compact, delicious kiwi with high yields in a temperate garden. The smooth skin of the kiwi can be eaten, directly from the plant. 

The monkey fruit is a rare tropical tree from India, Nepal and Southeast Asia that produces striking irregular fruits.

The leaves and fruits contain many vitamins and minerals, and have medical applications. The seeds purify water and contain a high content of oil.

The biggest bamboo outside the tropics, which can grow up to a height of 28 meters. The bamboo is hardy and can be grown in the garden.

This small palm originates from the tropical rainforests of Borneo, where it grows in the dense understory of the forest.